Wednesday, February 14, 2018

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

On January 21, 2018, members of the Winnipeg Police Service were advised of an assault that had occurred on a Winnipeg Transit bus.

At approximately 4:35 p.m., a driver was stopped on Portage Avenue at Fort Street when a male entered the bus and stated he didn't have fare. A short time later, the driver was punched in the face and the male fled on foot.

The suspect is described as a black male in appearance and approximately 20 years old with an average build. He was wearing a brown hooded jacket with blue jeans.

This investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).